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Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion
The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.
What’s Next for TikTok Shop’s Billion-Dollar Beauty Business
Influencer-led exposure and a 'halo effect' across channels have made TikTok a first stop for brand and product launches even as the app faces an unpredictable future in the US.
True Classic Secures Investment From 1686 Partners
The men’s T-shirt maker’s funding from 1686 Partners, a private equity firm founded by David Wertheimer, will help the brand invest in supply chain, retail and international expansion as it aims to reach upwards of $1 billion in annual sales in the next 10 years.
& Other Stories Appoints Jonathan Saunders Chief Creative Officer
The former Diane von Furstenberg designer is taking on a newly created role at the H&M Group-owned brand.
The Logic Behind Chanel’s Boat Race Deal
The French luxury giant’s sponsorship of the annual Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race is more about brand storytelling than reach. ‘You are talking about the ultimate level of sport with the purest values,’ said Chanel’s president of watches and jewellery Frédéric Grangié.
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain
Some of the most severe import duties announced Wednesday were aimed at apparel manufacturing hubs.
Behind-the-Scenes at Watches and Wonders Geneva
CEOs of the Geneva watch fair’s organising foundation, LVMH’s watchmaking division, Piaget and Breitling sound off on the latest edition. Bulgari has entered the fold, but Breitling, Audemars Piguet and Swatch continued to snub the expo.
How Jones Road Used AI for Its Biggest Campaign Ever
The premium American cosmetics maker used tools like OpenAI’s Deep Research to scrape the internet for customer insights to inform its new advertising campaign — and says the results better empowered its human creative team.
Luxury Sneakers Lose Their ‘It’ Status
Just a few years ago, designer sneakers were an “it” item driving huge sales. Today the situation has changed, though they still have their place in luxury’s arsenal.
Analysis: US Tariffs on Vietnam Would Be a Blow to Nike and Other Sportswear Brands
According to its annual report, Nike produced 50 percent of its footwear and 28 percent of its apparel in Vietnam in its 2024 fiscal year.
In Shanghai, Fresh Energy Despite the Downturn
From Samuel Guì Yang to Ao Yes, Shanghai Fashion Week’s best shows were those with a modern take on Chinese dressing, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Worldview | A Quarter-Century of Indian Design at Lakme Fashion Week
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Nigeria’s declining textile sector, Myanmar’s earthquake disruptions and Chinese factories in Kazakhstan, Bangladesh and Morocco.